Cliftonville East

Your Neighbourhood Policing Team is made up of Kent Police beat officers who are dedicated to keeping your community safe. They focus on preventing crime and antisocial behaviour, responding to local concerns, and building strong relationships with residents, community groups and local businesses.

Our officers will:

patrol to deter crime and reassure the public
hold regular engagement activities in the area, including attending community meetings to share advice and listen to concerns
work with partner agencies including councils, schools, charities, and local groups
tackle issues like antisocial behaviour, repeat offending, and vulnerability
build trust by being visible, approachable, and responsive

Neighbourhood policing is a key part of Kent Police’s commitment to being community-focused, visible, and responsive.

Report crime

Please do not contact neighbourhood officers to report crime.

If it's not an emergency, the easiest way to contact us is online. Your report will be sent direct to our control room where it will be reviewed by the same team who answer our calls.

in an emergency, call 999
call 101 for non-emergency enquiries

Cliftonville East Local Policing Team

Matt Albers

Police Constable

Local Priority Issues

Priority	Action taken
Road safety issues. Issued 07 October 2026	This is a priority for the next 3 months. We have identified this based on feedback from local residents, crime data, and ongoing concerns in the area. We’ll publish an update in the coming months to let you know what we’ve done, what progress has been made, and what’s next. Actioned 07 October 2026
Antisocial behaviour - nuisance. Issued 07 October 2026	This is a priority for the next 3 months. We have identified this based on feedback from local residents, crime data, and ongoing concerns in the area. We’ll publish an update in the coming months to let you know what we’ve done, what progress has been made, and what’s next. Actioned 07 October 2026
E-scooters/ E-bikes. Issued 07 October 2026	This is a priority for the next 3 months. We have identified this based on feedback from local residents, crime data, and ongoing concerns in the area. We’ll publish an update in the coming months to let you know what we’ve done, what progress has been made, and what’s next. Actioned 07 October 2026
Antisocial behaviour - nuisance. Issued 15 July 2026	PC Hills has continued to tackle antisocial behaviour across the area, responding to a range of concerns raised by residents. This has included reports of nuisance vehicle use, unlawful encampments, youth-related disorder and breaches of the Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO). A PSPO is a legal order introduced by a local council to address behaviours that have a negative impact on the community, and police can take enforcement action when these restrictions are breached. PC Hills regularly carries out both foot and vehicle patrols to maintain a visible presence, engage with residents and businesses, and gather information about local issues. These patrols help provide reassurance, identify community concerns and support action against those causing problems. PC Hills has also carried out a number of speed enforcement operations using speed detection equipment, helping to improve road safety and encourage drivers to travel within the speed limit. Actioned 30 September 2026
E-scooters/E-bikes. Issued 15 July 2026	PC Hills has continued to take action against the illegal use of e-scooters and e-bikes across the area. Through targeted patrols and enforcement activity, he has identified offenders, seized a number of illegally used e-scooters and supported prosecutions where offences have been committed. Illegal use of e-scooters and some high-powered e-bikes can put pedestrians and other road users at risk, particularly when they are ridden on pavements, in busy public areas or without the appropriate insurance and legal requirements. These enforcement efforts have helped improve public safety, reduce the risk of collisions and respond to concerns raised by the local community about the use of these vehicles in public spaces. Actioned 30 September 2026
Internet/cyber crime. Issued 15 July 2026	PC Hills has been providing crime prevention and safeguarding advice about internet safety and cybercrime during his day-to-day contact with residents. As online scams, fraud and other cyber offences continue to affect communities, he works to raise awareness of common risks and shares practical advice to help people stay safe online. PC Hills also holds a monthly community surgery, giving residents the opportunity to discuss local concerns and seek advice on a range of issues, including online safety and fraud prevention. These sessions provide a chance to speak directly with a local officer, ask questions and receive crime prevention guidance. Details of upcoming community surgeries are promoted through the Kent Police website, helping residents stay informed and connected with their local neighbourhood policing team. Actioned 30 September 2026

Priority

Action taken

Road safety issues.

Issued 07 October 2026

This is a priority for the next 3 months. We have identified this based on feedback from local residents, crime data, and ongoing concerns in the area.

We’ll publish an update in the coming months to let you know what we’ve done, what progress has been made, and what’s next.

Actioned 07 October 2026

Antisocial behaviour - nuisance.

Issued 07 October 2026

Actioned 07 October 2026

E-scooters/ E-bikes.

Issued 07 October 2026

Actioned 07 October 2026

Antisocial behaviour - nuisance.

Issued 15 July 2026

PC Hills has continued to tackle antisocial behaviour across the area, responding to a range of concerns raised by residents. This has included reports of nuisance vehicle use, unlawful encampments, youth-related disorder and breaches of the Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO). A PSPO is a legal order introduced by a local council to address behaviours that have a negative impact on the community, and police can take enforcement action when these restrictions are breached.

PC Hills regularly carries out both foot and vehicle patrols to maintain a visible presence, engage with residents and businesses, and gather information about local issues. These patrols help provide reassurance, identify community concerns and support action against those causing problems. PC Hills has also carried out a number of speed enforcement operations using speed detection equipment, helping to improve road safety and encourage drivers to travel within the speed limit.

Actioned 30 September 2026

E-scooters/E-bikes.

Issued 15 July 2026

PC Hills has continued to take action against the illegal use of e-scooters and e-bikes across the area. Through targeted patrols and enforcement activity, he has identified offenders, seized a number of illegally used e-scooters and supported prosecutions where offences have been committed. Illegal use of e-scooters and some high-powered e-bikes can put pedestrians and other road users at risk, particularly when they are ridden on pavements, in busy public areas or without the appropriate insurance and legal requirements. These enforcement efforts have helped improve public safety, reduce the risk of collisions and respond to concerns raised by the local community about the use of these vehicles in public spaces.

Actioned 30 September 2026

Internet/cyber crime.

Issued 15 July 2026

PC Hills has been providing crime prevention and safeguarding advice about internet safety and cybercrime during his day-to-day contact with residents. As online scams, fraud and other cyber offences continue to affect communities, he works to raise awareness of common risks and shares practical advice to help people stay safe online.

PC Hills also holds a monthly community surgery, giving residents the opportunity to discuss local concerns and seek advice on a range of issues, including online safety and fraud prevention. These sessions provide a chance to speak directly with a local officer, ask questions and receive crime prevention guidance. Details of upcoming community surgeries are promoted through the Kent Police website, helping residents stay informed and connected with their local neighbourhood policing team.

Actioned 30 September 2026